Athlete
Tiger Woods
Tiger Woods was born on December 30, 1975 in Cypress, California. He won the 1984 National Pee-Wee Golf Championship at age 9 and won the 1991 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship at 16.
Tiger Woods was born in 1975 and is currently 51 years old. Anyone born before 1975 is older than Tiger.
Born
December 30, 1975
Cypress, California
World pop: ~4.1B
Tiger's age
51
Your age
20
Are you older than Tiger Woods?
No — Tiger Woods was born in 1975. You were born in 2006, making you 31 years younger.
At your age (20), Tiger had already won the 1991 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship (at age 16), but hadn't yet turned professional (at age 21).
Tiger's Life Timeline
Tiger Woods was born on December 30, 1975, in Cypress, California. He showed an early talent for golf, learning the game from his father, Earl Woods, who introduced him to the sport at a young age. By the time he was a teenager, Woods was already competing at a high level, showcasing his skills in various junior tournaments.
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Woods turned professional in 1996 at the age of 20 and quickly made his mark on the sport. He won his first major championship, the Masters Tournament, in 1997, becoming the youngest player to do so at the age of 21. Over the years, he accumulated a total of 15 major championships and 82 PGA Tour wins, tying for the most in history. His dominance in the sport led to numerous accolades and a significant increase in the popularity of golf worldwide.
In addition to his remarkable achievements on the course, Woods has had a lasting impact on the game of golf and sports in general. He has inspired countless young athletes and has been a prominent figure in promoting diversity in the sport. Despite facing personal and professional challenges, Woods continues to compete and remains a significant influence in the world of golf.
Appeared on television
Tiger Woods was 4 years old when he appeared on 'The Mike Douglas Show' demonstrating his golf skills. This early exposure showcased his prodigious talent and set the stage for his future career in golf.
Tiger Woods was 4 years old when he appeared on television in 1979. Are you older than Tiger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the 1984 National Pee-Wee Golf Championship
Tiger Woods was 9 years old when he won the 1984 National Pee-Wee Golf Championship. This victory marked his first significant achievement in competitive golf and highlighted his potential as a future star.
Tiger Woods was 9 years old when he won the 1984 National Pee-Wee Golf Championship in 1984. Are you older than Tiger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the 1991 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship
Tiger Woods was 16 years old when he won the 1991 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship. This victory made him the youngest winner in the history of the event and solidified his reputation as a rising talent in golf.
Tiger Woods was 16 years old when he won the 1991 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship in 1991. Are you older than Tiger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Turned professional
Tiger Woods was 21 years old when he turned professional in 1996. This decision marked the beginning of his illustrious career on the PGA Tour, where he would go on to achieve unprecedented success.
Tiger Woods was 21 years old when he turned professional in 1996. Are you older than Tiger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Masters Tournament
Tiger Woods was 22 years old when he won the Masters Tournament in 1997. This victory made him the youngest champion in the tournament's history and marked the start of his dominance in professional golf.
Tiger Woods was 22 years old when he won the Masters Tournament in 1997. Are you older than Tiger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the PGA Championship
Tiger Woods was 24 years old when he won the PGA Championship in 1999. This victory was his first major title of the year and further established him as a leading figure in the sport.
Tiger Woods was 24 years old when he won the PGA Championship in 1999. Are you older than Tiger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Masters Tournament for the fourth time
Tiger Woods was 30 years old when he won the Masters Tournament for the fourth time in 2005. This win tied him with Jack Nicklaus for the second-most Masters victories at that time.
Tiger Woods was 30 years old when he won the Masters Tournament for the fourth time in 2005. Are you older than Tiger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Masters Tournament for the fifth time
Tiger Woods was 44 years old when he won the Masters Tournament for the fifth time in 2019. This victory was particularly significant as it marked his return to major championship glory after years of personal and physical challenges.
Tiger Woods was 44 years old when he won the Masters Tournament for the fifth time in 2019. Are you older than Tiger was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 0 | |
| 1976 | 1 | |
| 1977 | 2 | |
| 1978 | 3 | |
| 1979 | 4 | appeared on television |
| 1980 | 5 | |
| 1981 | 6 | |
| 1982 | 7 | |
| 1983 | 8 | |
| 1984 | 9 | won the 1984 National Pee-Wee Golf Championship |
| 1985 | 10 | |
| 1986 | 11 | |
| 1987 | 12 | |
| 1988 | 13 | |
| 1989 | 14 | |
| 1990 | 15 | |
| 1991 | 16 | won the 1991 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship |
| 1992 | 17 | |
| 1993 | 18 | |
| 1994 | 19 | |
| 1995 | 20 | |
| 1996 | 21 | turned professional |
| 1997 | 22 | won the Masters Tournament |
| 1998 | 23 | |
| 1999 | 24 | won the PGA Championship |
| 2000 | 25 | |
| 2001 | 26 | |
| 2002 | 27 | |
| 2003 | 28 | |
| 2004 | 29 | |
| 2005 | 30 | won the Masters Tournament for the fourth time |
| 2006 | 31 | |
| 2007 | 32 | |
| 2008 | 33 | |
| 2009 | 34 | |
| 2010 | 35 | |
| 2011 | 36 | |
| 2012 | 37 | |
| 2013 | 38 | |
| 2014 | 39 | |
| 2015 | 40 | |
| 2016 | 41 | |
| 2017 | 42 | |
| 2018 | 43 | |
| 2019 | 44 | won the Masters Tournament for the fifth time |
| 2020 | 45 | |
| 2021 | 46 | |
| 2022 | 47 | |
| 2023 | 48 | |
| 2024 | 49 | |
| 2025 | 50 | |
| 2026 | 51 |
